The island of Texel
Texel is the largest and most easily accessable Frisian Island of the Netherlands. A boat leaves for Texel every hour from Den Helder (about an hour and a half from Amsterdam).
Texel is a beautiful island with many things to do and to discover. On Texel, you will find untouched natural beauty, space, relaxation, peace and quiet, but also action and fun. Texel brings everybody's holiday dreams true. In the vast scenic woods, dunes and polder areas, nature lovers will enjoy to the full the peace and quiet, space and abundance of bird life offered by this island. The carefully protected nature reserves of de Muy, de Slufter, de Geul and de Schorren most definitely are worth a visit.
The island offers nearly 150 kilometres of cycle paths, a swimming paradise, tennis, golf, parachuting, museums, markets, a seal sanctuary and excellent shopping opportunities. You will not tire of Texel quickly!